KENYATTA UNIVERSITY TEACHING, REFERRAL …...Background in analytical chemistry, preferably organic chemistry. Minimum of three (3) years' experience producing and/or developing PET

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KENYATTA UNIVERSITY TEACHING, REFERRAL AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is in the process of

establishing an Integrated Molecular Imaging Centre (IMIC). The Project seeks to establish the

first ever public Comprehensive Cancer Centre in the country and the region. The Hospital is

therefore seeking to recruit highly transformative and dynamic self-driven individuals with a

high degree of integrity, professionalism and competence to fill the following positions in the

Centre.

1. NUCLEAR MEDICINE PHYSICIAN - KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSNMPN/276 – 2 POSTS

a) Duties and Responsibilities

Generate medical information and review patient medical history in order to guide and

inform the appropriate diagnosis procedures in the Molecular Imaging Centre (IMIC)

and radiology unit of the hospital.

Receive patients referred from other medical units for PET/CT Scanning, radiologic and

other imaging diagnosis and schedule them for the respective radiology and therapeutic

procedures in the hospital.

Perform or interpret nuclear imaging procedures including positron emission

tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies in the hospital.

Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings and communicate examination

results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients and families in the

hospital.

Provide advanced PET/CT Imaging and other nuclear medicine services in order to

diagnose complex or complicated medical conditions among patients in the hospital.

Examine patients to establish their fit and suitability for administration of nuclear

examinations in the hospital.

Provide counselling to nuclear imaging patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits,

or alternative treatments in the hospital.

Formulate, enforce and ensure radio safety standards and procedures and duly

implemented and followed in the nuclear imaging unit of the hospital.

Develop and monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of nuclear imaging

and therapeutic services in the hospital.

Ensure that IMIC Imaging machines, equipment and tools are in good working condition

and inform biomedical engineering department of the same for timely and quality

imaging services delivery in the hospital.

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Provide clinical research and training to students in the IMIC unit of the hospital

Mentor and guide junior radiology staff, interns and students in the IMIC unit of the

hospital.

b) Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized institution

Master of Medicine and/or Fellowship in Nuclear Medicine from a recognized

institution or College.

At least three years’ (3) working experience in a busy Nuclear Medicine Department

Experience with PET/CT and/or SPECT/CT Technology in molecular imaging

Proficiency in Computer applications

Knowledge of relevant legislations

Knowledge of professional standards

Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution

Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council

Valid Practice License

Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover

Registration with The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority

c) Soft skills required

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate



2. RADIOPHARMACIST/NUCLEAR PHARMACIST - KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSRADP/277 – 3

POSTS

a) Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares and dispenses radioactive pharmaceuticals used for patient diagnosis and

therapy, applying principles and practices of pharmacy and radiochemistry: Receives

radiopharmaceutical prescription from physician and reviews prescription to determine

suitability of radiopharmaceutical for intended use.

Verifies that specified radioactive substance and reagent will give desired results in

examination or treatment procedures, utilizing knowledge of radiopharmaceutical

preparation and principles of drug biodistribution.

Calculates volume of radioactive pharmaceutical required to provide patient with

desired level of radioactivity at prescribed time, according to established rates of

radioisotope decay.

Compounds radioactive substances and reagents to prepare radiopharmaceutical,

following radiopharmacy laboratory procedures.

Assesses prepared radiopharmaceutical, using measuring and analysis instruments and

equipment, such as ionization chamber, pulse-height analyzer, and radioisotope dose

calibrator, to verify rate of drug disintegration and to ensure that patient receives

required dose.

Consults with physician following patient treatment or procedure to review and

evaluate quality and effectiveness of radiopharmaceutical.

Conducts research to develop or improve radiopharmaceuticals.

Prepares reports for regulatory agencies to obtain approval for testing and use of new

radiopharmaceuticals.

Maintains control records for receipt, storage, preparation, and disposal of radioactive

nuclei.

Conducts training for students and medical professionals concerning

radiopharmaceuticals use, characteristics, and compounding procedures as well as

radiation protection measures.


Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from a recognized institution

A Master’s degree and/or Fellowship in Radiopharmacy/ Nuclear Pharmacy

At least three (3) years work experience in a hospital setup with a nuclear medicine

department.






Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution

Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board

Valid Practice License

Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover



Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

3. NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGISTS - KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSNMTEC/278 - 9 POSTS


Correctly interpret PET/CT and SPECT/CT Request forms and ensure they have been

approved and protocoled by the Nuclear Medicine Physician

Consult with the Nuclear Medicine Physician in case of any doubt in the requests

and/or protocols

Clerking Patients for Scans

Explain to the patients the procedure and make sure they understand what to expect

at each and every step.

Reconstitution of Radiopharmaceuticals

Performing PET/SPECT/Planar Examinations

Manipulation of the acquired data

Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic

injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper

documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients

Troubleshoot the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment

Maintenance and dissemination of the acquired scans



Documentation and maintenance of departmental records

Stock control


Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or Medical Imaging with

additional training in PET/CT and SPECT/CT Technology

At least three (3) years practicing experience in a busy Nuclear Medicine

department.

Certificate in basic life support

Computer literate



Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable

institution

Up to date certification with The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority

formerly Radiation Protection Board



Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

4. PRODUCTION CHEMIST/ RADIOCHEMIST- KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSRADC/279 - 3 POSTS


Oversight of routine production of both clinical and clinical research PET drug

products.

Responsible for the development of new PET drug products for clinical research and

provides instruction/training to PET Radiochemists and CNMTs.

Ensures daily production and quality control of routine PET drugs is carried out

accurately and reliably according to standard operating procedures. Completes

synthesis of PET drug products for clinical and clinical research studies, as needed.

Ensures maintenance of synthesizer modules are completed, when necessary,

according to SOP.



Ensuring analytical and general laboratory equipment is maintained, serviced, and

calibrated as necessary.

Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of documentation

associated with the production and manufacturing of the PET drug products.

Preparation of documentation associated with manufacture of PET drug products

and radionuclides under The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority

Dispatches commercial PET drug doses.

Synthesis of radiotracers in the unit

b) Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and Skills

Master's Degree in chemistry or a chemistry-related field,

Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or a chemistry-related field

Background in analytical chemistry, preferably organic chemistry.

Minimum of three (3) years' experience producing and/or developing PET drug

products.

Experience working with radioactivity such as in a PET radiochemistry laboratory,

nuclear medicine environment, or commercial nuclear pharmacy specializing in PET

drug production.

Strong word processing and database skills, specifically with Microsoft Word and

Excel.



Up to date certification with The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority formerly

Radiation Protection Board


c) Soft skills required for the job:


Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate



5. QUALITY CONTROL CHEMIST- KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSQCC/280- 2 POSTS


Quality Control of the production process for both clinical and clinical research PET

drug products.

Responsible for the development of new PET drug products for clinical research and

provides instruction/training to PET Radiochemists and CNMTs.

Ensures daily production and quality control of routine PET drugs is carried out

accurately and reliably according to standard operating procedures. Completes

synthesis of PET drug products for clinical and clinical research studies, as needed.

Ensures maintenance of synthesizer modules are completed, when necessary,

according to SOP.

Ensuring analytical and general laboratory equipment is maintained, serviced, and

calibrated as necessary.

Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of documentation

associated with the production and manufacturing of the PET drug products.

Preparation of documentation associated with manufacture of PET drug products

and radionuclides under The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority

Dispatches commercial PET drug doses.

Synthesis of radiotracers in the unit


Master's Degree in chemistry or a chemistry-related field,

Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or a chemistry-related field

Background in analytical chemistry, preferably organic chemistry.

Minimum of three (3) years' experience producing and/or developing PET drug

products.

Experience working with radioactivity such as in a PET radiochemistry laboratory,

nuclear medicine environment, or commercial nuclear pharmacy specializing in PET

drug production.

Experience in Quality Control in a Nuclear Medicine environment.

Strong word processing and database skills, specifically with Microsoft Word and

Excel.









Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

6. CYCLOTRON OPERATOR - KUTRRH/IMIC/DCSCO/281- 2 POSTS


Operate and manage the cyclotron(s) according to proper operating procedures

when manufacturing schedule requires.

Participate in the initial assembly, acceptance testing and validation of new

cyclotron/radiochemistry facility.

Communicate frequently with the RadioChemistry personnel to coordinate

cyclotron daily production activities.

Oversee the routine, non-routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on the

cyclotron(s).

Develop SOPs and documentation related to cyclotron operations per work

instructions, including preventative maintenance, repair, and audit logs.

Oversee the diagnosis and repair on the: Electronic equipment, electro-pneumatic

systems, high vacuum systems, deionized chilled water systems, high voltage, target,

and high-power RF systems.

Ensure the maintenance and repair of all equipment at the facility including lead-

shielded hot cells, radiosynthesis modules,etc.

Provide timely information to supervisors regarding equipment operation and

status.

Ensure compliance with all procedures and regulations within the site under the

Quality Assurance program as applicable, including participating in exception



document reporting (e.g. deviations, corrective and preventive action plans, out-of-

specifications, etc.)

Provide technical training and support to other employees.

Other duties as assigned.


Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine, Medical Physics, Engineering or a related field

Master’s Degree in a relevant field

Two (2) years’ experience in medical cyclotron operation and maintenance.

Experience with collecting and analyzing data.

Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing in regulated environment, or comparable

mechanical, electronic, laboratory background.




Knowledge of basic GMP practices and procedures.

Knowledge of Radiation Safety, ALARA Concepts and Radioactive Materials.



c) Soft skills required for the job:


Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

7. MEDICAL NUCLEAR PHYSICIST- KUTRRH/IMIC/ DCSMNP/282 – 3 POSTS


Apply their knowledge of applied physics, mathematics and biomedical technology to

specialized medical equipment that helps examine, diagnose and treat cancer patients

in the hospital.



Use a variety of analytical computer aided and bioengineering techniques such as

PET/CT, SPECT CT, x-ray imaging, ultrasound, tomography, radiology, nuclear

magnetic resonance imaging and lasers to support radiologists and radiographers and

ultra-sonographers in making very precise diagnosis among patients in the hospital.

Use analytical, computer-aided and bioengineering techniques such as radiation therapy

to support radiation oncologists and other radiotherapists in treating their patients in

the hospital.

Work with patients and with a wide range of medical, technical and administrative staff

in applying their analytical skills in detecting and preventing radiation leak, exposure

and poisoning in the hospital.

Work with IMIC nuclear technology or medical imaging in order to ensure optimal

equipment performance in order to advise and help protect against radiation hazards

in hospital.

Conduct research, develop, implement and evaluate new analytical technology and

techniques of new instrumentation or imaging techniques and write reports, and advise

the on the same in the hospital.

Conduct research and training and updating nuclear diagnosis and treatment healthcare,

scientific and technical staff, interns and students in the hospital.

Manage nuclear imaging equipment in the hospital.

Formulate, review, manage, implement and evaluate, and sustain nuclear, radiology

and radiotherapy quality assurance programmes in collaboration with the Radiation

Safety Officer of the IMIC.


Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Post graduate training in Nuclear Medicine Physics

At least two years working experience as Medical Nuclear Physicist in a reputable

hospital.

Computer literate.

Knowledge of relevant legislations.

Knowledge of professional standards.

Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution.







Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

8. RADIATION SAFETY OFFICER - KUTRRH/IMIC/ DCSRADSO/283 – 1 POST


Ensure that radiation protection procedures in the daily operation of the facility are

developed, distributed, implemented and are up-to-date.

Ensure possession, use, and storage of licensed material are consistent with the

limitations in the license, the regulations, the NSSDR Certificate(s), and the

manufacturer's recommendations and instructions.

Ensure individuals installing, relocating, maintaining, or repairing devices containing

sealed sources are trained and authorized

Ensure training of personnel is conducted and is commensurate with the individual's

duties regarding licensed material.

Ensure that any activity involving licensed material, that the RSO considers unsafe,

is stopped.

Determinations that individuals are not likely to receive, in one year, a radiation

dose in excess of 10% of the allowable limits.

Documentation as to issuance of dosimetry if an individual(s) is determined to be

likely to receive, in one year, a radiation dose in excess of 10% of the allowable

limits.

Ensure that when necessary, personnel monitoring devices are used and exchanged

at the proper intervals, and records of the results of such monitoring are maintained.

Licensed material is properly secured.

Verify that the total effective dose equivalent does not exceed the annual limit for

members of the public. This determination is to be documented by measurement or

calculation.



Ensure proper authorities are notified of incidents such as loss or theft of licensed

material, damage to or malfunction of sealed sources, and fire.

Ensure medical Events are investigated and reported

Ensure audits of the radiation protection program are performed and documented

at least annually.

Ensure violations of regulations or license conditions or program weaknesses are

identified, effective corrective actions are developed, implemented, and

documented, as needed.

Ensure an up to date licence of the facility is maintained and that amendment and

renewal requests are submitted.

b) Minimum Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Post graduate training in Nuclear Medicine Physics

At least two years working experience as a Radiation Safety Officer in a reputable

hospital.


Knowledge of relevant legislations.

Knowledge of professional standards.

Proven track record of clinical research and training in a reputable institution.





Analytical skills

Observation skills

Team player

Compassionate

All the positions listed above will be on Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service.

If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of the posts above,

please apply online via: www.kutrrh.go.ke/careers OR send hard copies of your Application

Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Filled Application Form ONLY to the address below:


http://www.kutrrh.go.ke/careersportal


The Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

P.O. Box 7674 – 00100 GPO

Nairobi Kenya

For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB

REFERENCE NUMBER]. Please note that you have to attach the Application Letter,

Curriculum Vitae and Filled Application Form when you apply online via the portal.

The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 15th June 2020.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All shortlisted candidates must fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of

Kenya 2010, including;

Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (for University graduates

only)

Tax Compliance Certificate from the KRA

Clearance from Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission

A report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau

Please take note that all communication to potential candidates is specifically through the

official emails/ Phone numbers

Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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KENYATTA UNIVERSITY TEACHING, REFERRAL …...Background in analytical chemistry, preferably organic chemistry. Minimum of three (3) years' experience producing and/or developing PET